As an enthusiast, when you think of Mazda, you might think about the Miata, RX7, RX8, MS3, MS6, etc. For many people, those Mazdas simple don’t fulfill their needs. The Mazda 6 is incredibly popular thanks to its affordable price and larger size. The Skyactiv-G engine under the hood is very efficient, but it’s a little underpowered for the Mazda 6.
What’s awesome about the Skyactiv-G engine is the high-compression ratio. Most naturally aspirated production cars have a compression ratio of 12:1 or less, however, Skyactiv-G engines have a compression ratio of 14:1! They worked hard on making that high compression ratio possible, but even with all that work on the Skyactiv-G engine, they still left some performance on the table.
Skyactiv-G is almost entirely hardware related, as most of it relies on reducing cylinder temperatures to reduce the possibility of knock. Where Mazda left performance on the table is with the stock tune. Mazda’s tune is very conservative, holding air/fuel ratios and ignition timing way back. They hold power back to improve emissions and keep the engine extra safe.
The VR Tuned Solution:
Luckily, our tuning division, VR Tuned, offers a solution to this conservative tune. With the VR Tuned ECU flash, you are taking the stock parameters the ECU tries to stay within and change them. The result is slightly more aggressive ignition timing, air/fuel ratio, and reduced limiters, as well as many other small changes.
Of course, we don’t just make your car run super aggressive, as that would reduce long-term reliability. The goal of our tune is to increase power without sacrificing the reliability of your Skyactiv-G engine. Once our tune is installed, you expect a +20 horsepower increase and a +18 ft-lb of torque increase.
Unlike some other tunes on the market, you can install this tune yourself with an optional DimSport device, which is exactly what the customer below decided to do with their Mazda 6!
If you have any questions about the VR Tuned ECU Flash for Mazda Skyactiv-G or would like to purchase parts for your car, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can be reached by phone at 1.480.966.3040 or via email at sales@vividracing.com.
Do you offer a tune for the 250hp SKYACTIV-G 2.5L Dynamic Pressure Turbo with VVT as in the 2018 Mazda6 Signature?
Hi Dan
I have a 6 2.5 and I’m looking for something like this upgrade, but will this ECU upgrade “mess” with the way that the engine settings is working right now in regards to Eco/Sport settings that the Mazda has ?
And will I also benefit from a new exhaust system ?
Best Regards
Everything should still work regarding your settings. An aftermarket exhaust will improve flow and increase power.
Unfortunately, that is not an application we currently support.
John, I have contacted your email to gather more details on your model. We just need to confirm the year. Thanks for reaching out!
Lars, I have reached out to you as well on the tuning for the Mazda 6. We just need to confirm your year so we can assist you properly. Our tuning will not affect any of your factory settings or controls.
Hey I was wondering if This is compatible with the 2018 Mazda 6 that has sport mode and if it will affect sport mode function in general . Really interested in buying this
Hey Brandon, thanks for reaching out to us! Unfortunately our Mazda 6 tuning is only provided for 2013-2016 models. If you are interested and able to locate your ECU and send us some photos we can look into connecting and applying the performance tuning. Feel free to reach out to us direct at tuning@vividracing.com
Thanks again!
Do you have a tune for the 2019 Mazda6 2.5T, GTR trim?
Hey Chris! Unfortunately that is not application we support.
VR Team, I’m hoping I can get some info on this tuning action some time. I drive a 2016 Mazda 6 Grand Touring (2.5). Hoping for some price estimates and best suggestions for a quicker and still reliable car. Appreciate it!
How’s it going! We have a tune just for you that starts out at $600 and will give you a little extra power to the wheels. Check it out here – https://www.vividracing.com/tuned-ecu-flash-tune-mazda-25l-skyactiveg-190hp-p-152430526.html
He was wondering if you guys have a tune or are developing a tune for the 2020 cx-5 2.4L
If you would like to shoot an email over to tuning@vividracing.com our tuning staff can get you taken care of!
Is there a tune available for the 2014 mazda 6 gt?
Absolutely! Shoot an email over to our tuning team at tuning@vividracing.com
I was wondering if ya’ll have a tune for 2016 cx-9 signature series ??
Shoot an email over to tuning@vividracing. com and our tuning staff can take a look at that for you! 🙂
Dear Team,
Good Day…
I would like to know more about this. I own a 2014 Mazda 6 Sport. Will there be any problem infuture that need to be taken care of.
With Regards,
Jabz
Just shoot an email over to tuning@vividracing. com and our tuning staff can give you all the information you need.
Do you have a time for the 2017 Mazda 6 touring with 6spd manual, I have a Racing beat muffler and cai.
Of course! Shoot an email over to tuning@vividracing.com and our tuning staff can get you hooked up
Hi, I’m considering a 2020 mazda 3 2.5 na as my next buy. Have driven but find it a tad underwhelming in acceleration ( rest of car is brilliant). Do you have a tune for it or do you still support up to 2017 my only?
Thanks
Dave
Shoot an email over to tuning@vividracing.com and our tuning experts can look into that for you.
Hi. I have a 2017 Mazda 6 grand touring. 2.5L. Have custom exhaust and cold air. Ready for a tune!
Awesome! We’d love to help you out, I sent over this info to our sales manager so someone should reach out as soon as possible! If you have any additional questions shoot us an email at tuning@vividracing.com!
I have a Mazda Cx-5 2.5 awd will this work for me too?
I believe so! Can you email tuning@vividracing.com and they can confirm with you.